The Joyous Birth of Jesus
Once upon a time, an angel named Gabriel visited a woman named Mary. He told her that she would have a special baby named Jesus. This news filled Mary with joy. Later, Mary and her husband Joseph traveled to a city called Bethlehem. There, in a stable, baby Jesus was born. This special birth was not a secret for long. An angel visited some shepherds and told them about Jesus's birth. The shepherds rushed to see the baby and were filled with happiness. Later, Wise Men from the East followed a star to Jesus, bringing gifts for the special baby. In the end, Jesus's birth brought joy and hope to everyone, showing that love was the greatest gift of all.
Question 1
Who visited Mary to tell her about the special baby she would have?
Joseph
A shepherd
A wise man
Gabriel
Explanation. The text states that an angel named Gabriel visited Mary to tell her that she would have a special baby.
A star
Question 2
Where was baby Jesus born?
In a castle
In a hospital
In a stable
Explanation. The text states that baby Jesus was born in a stable in Bethlehem.
At home
In a church
Question 3
Who were the first to know about Jesus's birth besides Mary and Joseph?
The Wise Men
The people in Bethlehem
The shepherds
Explanation. The text states that after Jesus's birth, an angel visited some shepherds and told them about it.
The king
The animals in the stable
Question 4
What did the Wise Men follow to find Jesus?
A map
A dove
A star
Explanation. The text states that the Wise Men followed a star to Jesus.
An angel
A shepherd
Question 5
What emotion did the news of Jesus's birth primarily evoke in people?
Fear
Confusion
Anger
Joy
Explanation. The text states that the news of Jesus's birth filled people with joy, including Mary, the shepherds, and the Wise Men.
Sadness
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